Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Minerva
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1955
Peak births
221
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
Quick answers about Minerva
How many people are named Minerva?
An estimated 6,962 living Americans are named Minerva.
How rare is Minerva?
Minerva is uncommon among babies today, with 89 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 59.7% from its 1955 peak.
How old is the typical Minerva?
The median age of a living American named Minerva is approximately 51 years, with most bearers falling between 30 and 66 years old.
Is Minerva still popular?
Yes. Minerva is holding steady, with 89 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Minerva most common?
Minerva has its strongest geographic signal in Texas, where it appears 9.9× more often than the national baseline.
1880Peak 19552025
Peak year
1955
Decline from peak
59.7%
2025
89
All-time
15,823